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Realistic Crab

Realistic Crab

This pattern is part of the J. Stockard Flybrary, our organised collection of fly recipes. Browse our full collection of recipes and find something new to tie!

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Target species Saltwater Flats Species
Tying difficulty Easy
Materials needed 5

When stealth and realism matter—like when you’re stalking picky permit or bonefish—this Realistic ABC Crab is a fly that will turn heads… both angler and fish alike. Tied by Phillippa Hake from Semperfli. This is a simple and highly effective way of creating fantastic crab imitations.

Materials

  • Hook: Saltwater hook of your choice size.
  • Body: Semperfli ABC Crab Bodies
  • Claws, and Legs: Semperfli ABC Crab Legs, Claws and Skeletons
  • Underbody: Lead wire if required
  • Shell/Top: UV resin

How to Tie the Realistic Crab

 

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